* Impacts... there is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can suddenly wash people off of beaches and coastal rock jetties.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A beach hazards statement is issued when threats to beach andsurf zone safety are expected or occurring. Caution should beused when in or near the water. Stay near occupied lifeguardtowers and never swim alone. If caught in a rip current... swimparallel to the shore.